1. Your king is coming (12-15)

Jesus raised Lazarus to life and planted resurrection faith in Mary, Martha, and in his disciples. Many people were putting their faith in him (11). So when Jesus rode on a donkey from Bethany to Jerusalem, crowds came to meet him shouting, 'Hosanna!... Blessed is the King of Israel.' His triumphal entry was both humble and majestic. His disciples did not realize its meaning until later. Jesus is King. His kingdom is spiritual. It is a kingdom of peace and righteousness, just as Zechariah 9:9 had predicted.

2. The whole world has gone after him (16-19)

Jesus' popularity spread. After he raised Lazarus from the dead, many people, even visitors from abroad, sought him out. The Pharisees were upset because of his popularity. They did not care about God's work, or about truth. They only cared about themselves.

Application: Lord, I welcome you as my King and Messiah. Come into my heart and rule.
One Word: Jesus, my Savior and King